Event & Location Information

Check in for the event begins at 9:30 AM. The CLE Program will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. Event location is as follows:            

 

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains

270 Lake Avenue

Montrose, PA 18801            

 

The Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains is located on the corner of Lake Avenue and Locust Street. There is limited free parking beside the building on Locust Street.            

           

Join us for this 2 hour, in person Avoiding Legal Malpractice and Legislative CLE program. The first hour of the program will feature information on a variety of issues that have been identified as common areas where attorneys can be exposed to liability or malpractice claims and focuses on steps to take to avoid potential professional liability claims. The seminar features practical discussions on common situations attorneys face in their daily practice. Through these scenarios, participants will gain actionable insights into identifying potential risks and the steps necessary to avoid them.            

 

The second hour of the program offers a comprehensive overview of how a bill becomes law in Pennsylvania, giving participants a better understanding of the state's legislative process. Participants will be guided through each stage of the process-from the initial drafting and introduction of a bill, through committee review and legislative debate, all the way to the Governor's desk for signature. In addition to exploring the formal procedures within the General Assembly, the program will also provide insight into the Pennsylvania Bar Association's internal governance structure, including how its various sections, committees, Board of Governors, and House of Delegates work together to evaluate proposed legislation and determine whether to take an official position. This dual focus equips attendees with both a macro and micro view of lawmaking and advocacy in the Commonwealth.            

           

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Attorneys who are insured through the Pennsylvania Bar Association Insurance Program, advised and administered by USI Affinity, have the ability to earn up to a 7.5% discount on their malpractice insurance based on one's attendance at this CLE. Questions regarding your LPL insurance should be directed to USI Affinity at 610-537-1368.            

           

This program is eligible for 1 hour of ethics and 1 hour of substantive CLE credit in 60-minute states, like Pennsylvania. In 50-minute states, this program is eligible for 2.4 hours of ethics CLE credit. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state's approval and credit rounding rules.